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BMX tour visits ESM
The excitement was palpable as Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School students filed into the gymnasium for an assembly featuring members of the BMX No Hate Tour, held on Oct. 8 and sponsored by the U.S. Marines.
New fossils reveal Paranthropus boisei had strong grip and dexterity similar to humans
For decades, scientists have debated whether Paranthropus boisei, an extinct human relative recognized for its robust jaws and large teeth, could make and use stone tools.
Connetquot High School makes a splash with pool reopening
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Connetquot High School to celebrate the reopening of the school’s indoor pool.
DOGE Report: What has been accomplished in the first ten months?
At the end of the federal budget year, the DOGE Savings Tracker reports that DOGE yielded $214 billion dollars.
Four teens charged in Middle Island robbery
According to police, they arrested four teenagers in direct connection with the gunpoint robbery of another teen's luxury clothing in the parking lot of a Middle Island apartment complex.
Suffolk union moves to rescue depleted benefit fund
Suffolk employee union benefit funds loses millions, officials move to stop the bleeding.
Butler eyewitness doubts Trump shooting story
Eyewitness heard the bullets flying, questions government version of Trump shooting.
Smith Point Beach ‘severely eroded’ after Nor’easter
Smith Point County Park Beach in Shirley—along with other nearby oceanfronts—suffered significant damage during the Nor’easter that battered Long Island from Sunday, October 15th, into Monday the 16th.
New York man alleges wrongful arrest and prosecution by NYPD
A New York man has filed a lawsuit alleging wrongful arrest and malicious prosecution by the New York City Police Department.
New York man sues Zimmer Biomet over alleged defective hip implant
A New York resident has filed a lawsuit against a medical device manufacturer, alleging that its metal-on-metal hip replacement system is defective and caused significant harm.
Freeport mayor challenges New York property tax law in federal court
A lawsuit has been filed against a New York State tax law that plaintiffs claim unfairly burdens local municipalities and their residents.
Former IT director sues African American Planning Commission for discrimination
A former IT Director has filed a lawsuit against her previous employer, alleging discrimination and wrongful termination.
Sayville's offense puts on a homecoming show
The Sayville community was filled with school spirit and a strong sense of tradition during its annual high school homecoming celebration — but it was on the field where the best show of all took place.
New home field advantage for Smithtown
Town and State officials joined the Smithtown Parks and Recreation Department, local sports leagues, and families on Sunday morning to celebrate the ribbon cutting and official opening of the new athletic fields at Charles P. Toner Park (The Armory) in Nesconset.
Alvarez could be a fantasy steal
I can’t remember a time when the catching position was as deep as it will be entering the 2026 season. The position isn’t just deep and talented — it’s young.
Stony Brook hosts third annual Inclusion Done Right! conference focused on disability advocacy
More than 160 people attended Stony Brook University’s third annual Inclusion Done Right! conference, held at the Charles B. Wang Center on October 17.
Down goes Ward ... again and again
The Tennessee Titans have fired their head coach, and while the gravy train might have slowed for some sharp sports bettors, I still believe there’s value left on the board.
Sayville adds 11 new Hall of Famers
The Sayville School District honored some of the most accomplished figures in its athletic history as the Sayville Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2025 was officially inducted during a ceremony last month.
South Shore Press Podcast: Yankee Icon and World Series Winner Joe Girardi
You don't want to miss "inside baseball" insights from this Major League legend, who took a deep dive on the Yankees season, their future, how managers choose lineups, and who really has the power in a baseball clubhouse.
William Floyd Board of Education recognized during NYSSBA School Board Recognition Week
Members of the William Floyd Board of Education have been recognized as part of School Board Recognition Week, observed from October 13 to 17, 2025.
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Coach of the Year Goes to Pat-Med
A well-deserved honor is heading to Patchogue-Medford High School, as girls varsity basketball head coach Leighann Gallagher has been named Coach of the Year for the 2025–2026 season by the Suffolk County Women’s Basketball Coaches Association.